The Dirt
Leafcutter Bees are Great Craftswomen!
All About Leafcutter Bees by TheBeesWaggle Any name with cutter in it seems frightening, but I am here to redeem these Leafcutter Bees of such a stigma by bringing understanding through education. Leaf-cutter bees are another native species of bees found in most parts of North America. They are smaller than a honeybee, and have […]
Grow Watercress Indoors
How to Grow Watercress Indoors by Sandy Swegel Watercress is another one of those unassuming, almost weedy, plants that is a superfood for humans. In the brassica family of heirloom vegetables, watercress (Nasturtium officianale) is rich in vitamins, minerals (especially calcium) and sulfides. It’s not just for watercress sandwiches and tea. It is a great […]
Tulips and Pansies
Wildflower Seeds By Sandy Swegel Bulbs are a favorite of mine because their beauty is so intense in the garden. But bulbs can be made even more striking by planting them with beautiful pansies or violas. Tulips and Pansies, I think of them as beauty now and later… with little pansy plants bringing color all Fall […]